S-4442 : Still Just a Bill


Public and Federally Assisted Housing Fire Safety Act of 2022

This bill requires each unit of federally assisted housing to contain hardwired or tamper-resistant battery-powered smoke alarms. The bill also requires the Department of Housing and Urban Development to complete a national campaign to educate the general public about health and safety requirements and how to properly use safety features in housing.

Action Timeline

Action DateTypeTextSource
2022-06-22IntroReferralRead twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.Senate
2022-06-22IntroReferralIntroduced in SenateLibrary of Congress

Sponsor :

Robert P. Casey Jr. [D] (PA)
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Policy Area :

Housing and Community Development
Related Subjects
  • Housing for the elderly and disabled
  • Housing industry and standards
  • Long-term, rehabilitative, and terminal care
  • Low- and moderate-income housing
  • Public housing
  • Rural conditions and development
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